University of Guelph-Humber

What University of Guelph-Humber does

University of Guelph-Humber (U of GH) is a public university established in 2002 as a partnership between the University of Guelph (degree-granting authority) and Humber Polytechnic (campus and applied-learning infrastructure), operating from a single co-located campus at 207 Humber College Boulevard in Toronto. It enrolls approximately 4,500 students across seven honours bachelor's degree programs — Business Administration, Early Childhood Studies, Justice Studies, Kinesiology, Media & Communication Studies, Psychology, and Social Services & Well-Being Studies — plus one postgraduate certificate in Justice & Public Safety for working professionals. Every undergraduate program includes a mandatory workplace experience component, and the institution emphasizes small average class sizes of 46 students taught by industry-professional instructors.

The institution's revenue model is tuition-driven with public-university funding supplementation. Domestic students pay Ontario-regulated tuition on a flat-rate basis at 2.0+ credits per semester, while international students are charged CAD 34,061 (Arts & Sciences) or CAD 39,142 (Business) per year for 2026-27 with programmed 5% annual increases. Compulsory ancillary fees (CAD 474.72/semester) and IGNITE health/dental insurance (CAD 116.65/semester) augment tuition, and approximately CAD 5.6 million in scholarships and bursaries are disbursed annually, including a newly tiered international entrance scholarship structure effective Fall 2025 with awards up to CAD 8,500 first-year plus CAD 4,000 annual renewals. The institution's digital infrastructure consists of standard educational technology — WebAdvisor (registration/payments), CourseLink (LMS), ONECard mobile app (digital ID/wallet), Microsoft 365 email, and Humber Guardian (safety notifications) — integrated with PayMyTuition for cross-border payment processing.

Go-to-market is sales-led through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) for domestic applications and a dedicated international application portal, supplemented by GH Talks webinars, in-person and 360° virtual campus tours, one-on-one advisor appointments, and social media. Customer segments are exclusively individual prospective and current students across multiple applicant pathways (Ontario high school, out-of-province, transfer, international, mature, home-schooled). The institution has no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, no acquisitions, no funding rounds, and operates as a not-for-profit public educational entity under Ontario's post-secondary regulatory framework rather than a commercially investable enterprise.

Name

University of Guelph-Humber

Legal name

University of Guelph-Humber

Website

https://guelphhumber.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

University of Guelph-Humber is a Toronto-based public university operating as a partnership between the University of Guelph and Humber Polytechnic, enrolling approximately 4,500 students across seven honours bachelor's degree programs with mandatory workplace experience components and average class sizes of 46.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education Services

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

University-Led Summer/Winter Schools (Credit/Non-Credit) (EDAIAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Parking Permits, Citations & Appeals Administration (EDALAKAB), Learning Commons & Study Space Operations (Quiet Study, Group Rooms, Reservations) (EDAEAGAH)

Keywords

• Undergraduate degree programs
• Honours bachelor's degrees
• Experiential learning education
• Higher education services
• Workplace experience programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Domestic Undergraduate Tuition: Tuition fees charged to Canadian domestic students (Ontario and non-Ontario residents) for undergraduate degree programs. Billed on flat-rate basis for 2.0+ credits per semester, or per-credit for lower loads.
2. International Undergraduate Tuition: Higher tuition rates for international students. Rates for 2026-27: Arts & Sciences $34,061 CAD, Business $39,142 CAD per year (two semesters). Subject to 5% annual increases for continuing students.
3. Compulsory Student Fees: Mandatory fees including Athletics and Recreation ($84.16), Student Health & Well-being ($33.99), Academic Support services, Student ID Cards, Employment Zone, Campus Safety, Student Buildings, and Alumni fees. Total approximately $474.72 flat-rate per semester.
4. IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance: Mandatory health and dental insurance for full-time students (1.5+ credits). Total $116.65 per semester. Covers prescriptions, extended health, dental, and accidental benefits.
5. International Health Insurance (UHIP): Mandatory health insurance for international students. Rates for 2025-2026: $418.15 for Fall/Winter semester coverage (September to August), $207.26 for Summer semester.
6. Parking Permits: Student and staff parking permits. Premium Lot 3: $635 for Fall-Winter 2026-27 semester, $317.50 for Summer 2026. Motorcycle permits: $88 per semester.
7. Scholarships and Financial Aid: Distribution of entrance scholarships, awards, and bursaries funded by institutional resources. Approximately $5.6 million in scholarships per year. Includes international student entrance scholarships ranging from CAD 2,000 to $8,500 for first year.
8. Government Funding: Public university operating with government funding for post-secondary education in Ontario. Students may receive OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) government aid.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

University of Guelph-Humber is a public university that delivers seven honours bachelor's degree programs (Business Administration, Early Childhood Studies, Justice Studies, Justice & Public Safety, Kinesiology, Media & Communication Studies, Psychology, and Social Services & Well-Being Studies) with integrated workplace experience placements. Each program is conferred by the University of Guelph and delivered on the Humber Polytechnic North Campus in Toronto. The institution also sells ancillary services such as parking permits, mandatory student fees, and supports digital student services through WebAdvisor, ONECard, and Microsoft 365.

Product overview

University of Guelph-Humber is a public university offering seven honours bachelor's degree programs: Business Administration, Early Childhood Studies, Justice Studies, Justice & Public Safety (for working professionals), Kinesiology, Media & Communication Studies, Psychology, and Social Services & Well-Being Studies. The institution provides technology support through Academic & Campus Technology Services (ACTS) and the Technology Resource Centre, career services, library resources, and student financial services. Every program includes mandatory workplace experience. The university uses WebAdvisor for course registration and administration, ONECard for student ID and campus access, and partners with PayMyTuition for payment processing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Business Administration Honours bachelor's degree program in Business Administration offered to prospective undergraduate students, one of seven degree programs at the institution.
• Early Childhood Studies Honours bachelor's degree program focused on child development, education, and community support for young children and families.
• Justice Studies Honours bachelor's degree program exploring criminal justice systems, law, and social justice issues.
• Justice & Public Safety Postgraduate program designed for working professionals with experience in law enforcement, public safety, justice and related fields.
• Kinesiology Honours bachelor's degree program studying human movement, exercise science, and health promotion.
• Media & Communication Studies Honours bachelor's degree program covering digital media production, communications theory, and media industries.
• Psychology Honours bachelor's degree program studying human behavior, mental processes, and psychological science.
• Social Services & Well-Being Studies Honours bachelor's degree program focused on community social services, mental health support, and social welfare systems.
• Academic & Campus Technology Services (ACTS) Technology support service providing students with access to software, wireless network, Microsoft and professional/academic software, mobile application support, and technical assistance.
• Technology Resource Centre (TRC) Professional production equipment and facilities available to students, instructors, and staff for media production, technology projects, equipment rental, and room bookings at the GH320 location.
• Career & Placement Services Career exploration, employment preparation, job placement, and work experience coordination, including job portal access, resume review, interview preparation, and career fairs.
• Student Financial Services Financial services including tuition payments, scholarships, OSAP administration, refunds processing, and fee management via WebAdvisor.
• Library Services Research support, online and in-person resources, online research support, and peer tutoring delivered through the Humber Library system.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,500 total students enrolled
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Humber PolytechniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe University of Guelph-Humber shares its campus with Humber Polytechnic's North Campus location at 207 Humber College Blvd., Toronto. Students access Humber's facilities including athletics, library services, health and wellness services, international student centre, and residence facilities. The partnership combines University of Guelph's degree-granting authority with Humber's applied learning expertise and polytechnic infrastructure.
• University of GuelphcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Guelph-Humber is a partnership between the University of Guelph and Humber Polytechnic. The University of Guelph confers all degrees and provides academic oversight, while the campus is located at Humber. Students receive credentials from the University of Guelph. The university maintains reciprocal parking arrangements with the University of Guelph's main campus in Guelph, Ontario.
• Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial application processing partner for Ontario university admissions. Handles domestic and international undergraduate applications. PAL requests are submitted through OUAC for processing. The partnership enables standardized application processing for Ontario universities.
• IGNITE (Humber Student Union)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGNITE is the student union providing health and dental insurance plans, as well as advocacy, leadership development, and social events. The university partners with IGNITE to deliver mandatory health insurance coverage to students and support student life initiatives.
• Humber International Student CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides additional support services for international students including immigration advising, workshops, and cultural adjustment activities. Located at Humber's North Campus to serve U of GH international students alongside Humber's international population.
• National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC)coreOthersGovernment agency that processes and disburses OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) loans and grants. Students manage their government student loans through NSLSC accounts, including completing the Master Student Financial Assistance Agreement (MSFAA) and applying for repayment assistance.
• Global Pre-Arrival Support (GPS) Advisors - University of GuelphcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGPS advisors from the University of Guelph main campus provide support to U of GH international students from the moment of admission through their first semester. Advisors help navigate immigration requirements, IRCC policies, and facilitate connections with campus and community supports.
• MorCare (UHIP Supplementary Insurance)minorOthersHealth insurance provider for international students' supplementary health coverage beyond basic UHIP. Used by spouses and dependents of international students to purchase supplemental insurance coverage.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• University of Waterloo: Canada's pioneer of co-operative education, integrating paid work terms into undergraduate degree programs. Closely comparable to U of GH because the WIL-per-program model is central to both institutions' value propositions and recruitment narratives.
• Humber Polytechnic: Parent institution and on-campus host. Shares facilities, the international student centre, IGNITE student services, and the physical campus with U of GH, while also operating its own applied degree and diploma programs that overlap with U of GH's applicant pool.
• Brock University: Ontario public university with co-op options across business, social sciences, and applied programs. Competes for a similar Ontario high-school applicant segment and similarly emphasizes experiential learning in its recruitment messaging.
• Wilfrid Laurier University: Ontario university with co-op streams across business and social science programs and a similar applicant pool. Comparable in size, geographic reach within Ontario, and reliance on workplace-integrated learning as a recruiting differentiator.
• Simon Fraser University: Co-op education leader in Western Canada with mandatory co-op integration across many undergraduate programs. Comparable in workplace-integrated learning model and in marketing work experience as a core differentiator versus traditional universities.
• Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU): Toronto-based public university historically known for applied and career-oriented programming. Directly competes for the same domestic and international applicants seeking practice-oriented undergraduate degrees in an urban setting.

Broad incumbents

• University of Guelph: Parent degree-conferring institution offering the full University of Guelph academic portfolio across Ontario. While U of GH is a joint venture of Guelph, the broader Guelph brand and broader program suite sets competitive context for U of GH applicants and alumni.
• York University: Large Toronto-based public university with broad undergraduate offerings including business, social sciences, health, and engineering. Overlaps with U of GH in several program areas and competes for the same Toronto-area domestic applicant pool at much larger scale.

Regional players

• Seneca Polytechnic: Toronto-area polytechnic offering diplomas, advanced diplomas, and applied degrees that overlap with U of GH's WIL-oriented positioning. Comparable in regional applicant base and applied learning emphasis, though credential mix differs.
• Northeastern University: US-based private research university widely recognized as the leading co-op education model globally. Comparable in making work-integrated learning the central brand promise, providing strategic context for how U of GH's WIL model could scale internationally.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/UofGHstudents
• Instagraminstagram.com/UofGHstudents
• Xx.com/GuelphHumberUni

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